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Announcing Kristin DeMarco as the New Executive Director for Historic London Town and Gardens
Congratulations to Kristin DeMarco, the new Executive Director of Historic London Town and Gardens. The London Town Foundation Board of...

London Town
6 days ago2 min read


Gardening Through the Dog Days of Summer
Discover the quiet beauty of August at Historic London Town and Gardens. As summer peaks, nature shifts into a season of growth, preparation, and resilience—reminding us that even in the dog days, the garden thrives.

London Town
7 days ago2 min read


London Town in the American Revolution
Learn about London Town's involvement in the Revolution and how it played a crucial role during the war as a riverside transportation hub.

London Town
Jul 72 min read


The Critical Roles of Overstory Trees
London Town and Gardens plays host to many such trees, with the oldest being about 200 years old. Among the ins and outs of life, among the brutal summer heat, there is respite to be found among the trees. With 10 acres of woodland gardens, London Town is the perfect place to seek sanctuary from the summer sun.

London Town
Jun 291 min read


Celebrate Arts Month at Historic London Town and Gardens
June is Arts Month, and we’re proud to be part of the celebration! All month long, we’re showcasing the creativity and talent of our local arts community through special events and exhibitions designed to inspire and engage.

London Town
May 302 min read


Nature in Bloom
Historic London Town and Gardens plays host to all the above, and more. With over 50 years of expert cultivation behind it, the Gardens at London Town serve as a venue to showcase nature's many forms, colors, and functions. Designed as a true “Four Season Garden”, London Town offers a much-needed respite from the coming heat and the miraculous chaos we call life.

London Town
May 291 min read


Azaleas and Rhododendrons in Bloom at London Town
Nothing says Spring quite like the warm tones of full, vibrant Azalea blooms.

London Town
Apr 271 min read


A Taste of the Past: Making Clotted Cream and Life as a Dairy Maid in Colonial Times
At Historic London Town and Gardens, we bring these Colonial Foodways to life and it reminds us how much skill and care went into every bite of buttered bread, every spoonful of cream—a taste of history right in your backyard.

London Town
Apr 112 min read


The Fleeting Beauty of Spring Ephemerals
Discover the fleeting beauty of spring ephemerals at Historic London Town and Gardens.

London Town
Mar 271 min read


Honoring Black History: The Unseen Hands That Shaped London Town
As Black History Month draws to a close, we would like to take a moment to honor the ways in which Africans and African Americans have shape

London Town
Feb 282 min read


Historic London Town and Gardens Appoints Kristin DeMarco as Interim Executive Director
Edgewater, MD (February 27, 2025) – Historic London Town and Gardens is pleased to announce the appointment of Kristin DeMarco as its...

London Town
Feb 272 min read


Stepping Back in Time: An Evening of English Country Dance at Historic London Town
Historic London Town and Gardens was transformed into a lively dance hall as over 80 guests joined us for a night of English Country Dance!

London Town
Feb 242 min read


Discover the Magic of Winter Flowers: Hellebores
Winter is often associated with bare trees and dormant gardens, but did you know that some flowers thrive during the colder months? One...

London Town
Jan 231 min read


The Story Behind the Cold-Hardy Camellias at Historic London Town and Gardens
At Historic London Town and Gardens, the vibrant blooms of camellias bring color and beauty to the landscape—even during the coldest months.

London Town
Dec 19, 20242 min read


2025 Events
Our Programs Team has been hard at work crafting an incredible schedule of activities, events, and programs that are perfect for everyone!

London Town
Dec 13, 20248 min read


Job Announcement:
Historic London Town and Gardens is seeking a passionate and experienced Director of Horticulture to lead our beautiful 10-acre woodland and

London Town
Dec 7, 20241 min read


Heritage Partnership Award
Recently we celebrated our partner, the United States Marine Corps Historical Company, for receiving the Heritage Partnership Award from the

London Town
Nov 26, 20242 min read


Join us for our Fall Plant Sale
Join us for our Fall Plant Sale! Find plant varieties that you see in our gardens at amazing prices. October 5th, 2024!

London Town
Oct 4, 20242 min read


Fabric Arts in Colonial Times
Living history interpreters demonstrate how they spin, dye, and weave their way through the transformation of fibers into fabrics.

London Town
Apr 15, 20242 min read


Historic London Town & Gardens Year-End Fundraising Campaign
THANK YOU FOR HELPING US SURPASS OUR GOAL! Your gifts are being matched for a much-needed technology upgrade! As we focus on telling the...

London Town
Nov 19, 20231 min read
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